6515--Intent to sole source Brand name Lucas V3.1 Chest Compression System
ID: 36C24225Q0349Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract for the procurement of two Lucas V3.1 Chest Compression Systems for the Bath VA Medical Center, part of VISN 2. This acquisition aims to standardize emergency medical equipment across the medical center's ambulance fleet, which currently suffers from inadequate resources, with only one ambulance equipped with an advanced Lucas system while others rely on outdated Autopulse systems. The systems must meet specific technical requirements, including compatibility with both battery and A/C power, a compact design for easy storage, and adherence to established CPR protocols. Proposals must be submitted by February 20, 2025, to Contracting Officer Chad M. Johnson at chad.johnsdon4@va.gov, with the government retaining the discretion to pursue or decline competitive bidding based on the responses received.

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    Chad M. JohnsonContracting Officer
    (347) 854-3337
    chad.johnsdon4@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract for two Lucas V3.1 Chest Compression Systems for the Bath VA Medical Center, operational under VISN 2. Currently, the medical center's ambulance fleet is inadequately equipped, with one ambulance using an advanced Lucas system while the others rely on outdated, non-operational Autopulse systems. The procurement of two additional Lucas units aims at standardizing the equipment, enhancing patient care, and ensuring reliability in emergency medical services. The notice specifies that the systems must include various essential accessories and meet specific technical requirements, such as compatibility with both battery and A/C power, compact design for easy storage, quick setup, and performance adherence to established CPR protocols. Proposals for consideration must be submitted by February 20, 2025, to Contracting Officer Chad M. Johnson, with the government retaining the discretion to pursue or decline competitive bidding based on the responses received. This contract underscores the commitment of the VA to equip its medical emergency services with state-of-the-art technology to improve patient outcomes during critical situations.
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